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The Funeral of the Shy (2017): Cast

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The Funeral of the Shy is a 2017 short film directed by Joost van Hezik, starring Romana Vrede as Vrouw in jurk, Ellen Parren and Eelco Smits. It runs 11 minutes.

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The Funeral of the Shy (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
11 min
Director
Joost van Hezik
Original language
Dutch
Studio
Pupkin
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Funeral of the Shy About?

The premise of The Funeral of the Shy without spoilers.

A sudden, inexplicable event causes all shy individuals to pass away simultaneously. In a small, close-knit community, residents must come together to organize a unique and poignant funeral, honoring all those who have been lost. The challenge lies in overcoming their own inhibitions and finding the words to celebrate the lives of those who often struggled to express themselves. It’s a touching exploration of connection, grief, and the importance of embracing vulnerability.

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Cast & crew

The Funeral of the Shy Cast & Characters

Romana Vrede leads the cast as Vrouw in jurk, with Ellen Parren as Dagboekdame and Eelco Smits as Man in coltrui. Directed by Joost van Hezik; 10 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Joost van Hezik: De Vaandeldrager Vijf.

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The Funeral of the Shy FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Funeral of the Shy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Funeral of the Shy?

The Funeral of the Shy runs 11 minutes.

When was The Funeral of the Shy released?

The Funeral of the Shy was released on September 26, 2017.

Who directed The Funeral of the Shy?

The Funeral of the Shy was directed by Joost van Hezik.

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Who is in the cast of The Funeral of the Shy?

The Funeral of the Shy stars Romana Vrede as Vrouw in jurk, Ellen Parren as Dagboekdame and Eelco Smits as Man in coltrui, among 10 credited actors.

Does The Funeral of the Shy have a post-credit scene?

No. The Funeral of the Shy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Funeral of the Shy in?

The original language of The Funeral of the Shy is Dutch.

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